2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 360 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 360 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 58 L |
